2008 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 272 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Frontera (280 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Frontera | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
