2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 436 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Golf | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
