2010 Renault Trafic vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic is newer by 8 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 102 more horse power than 2010 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Trafic.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Trafic. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Trafic. 2002 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Renault Trafic | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Renault | Opel |
Model | Trafic | Frontera |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |