2011 Volvo XC90 vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 474 kg more than 2005 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volvo XC90 | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Volvo | Opel |
Model | XC90 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |