2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 605 kg more than 2000 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Express | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2470 mm |