2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 742 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Silverado | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2470 mm |