2009 Opel Vivaro vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro 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 34 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 Opel Vivaro. 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 Opel Vivaro. 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Vivaro | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vivaro | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
