2005 Opel Frontera vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 264 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Frontera | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Frontera | C30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
