2005 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 588 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera. 2002 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 TVR Speed 12 | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
Make | TVR | Opel |
Model | Speed 12 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7730 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 790 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |