2005 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 269 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Frontera | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Frontera | Corvette |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 498 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2685 mm |