2008 Opel Frontera vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 142 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 @ 1900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Frontera | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Frontera | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |