2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 960 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Spark | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
