2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 744 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Equinox | Frontera |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |