2010 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 733 kg more than 1999 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Tahoe | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2553 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1895 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2470 mm |
