2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 561 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6996 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
