2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2470 mm |
