2008 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 189 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Frontera. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Frontera | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Frontera | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
