2010 Volvo V50 vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 122 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50.
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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera. 2001 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo V50 | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Volvo | Opel |
Model | V50 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4521 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2470 mm |