2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frogster 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 139 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frogster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Frogster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2710 mm |
