2012 Volvo XC60 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 4 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo XC60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo XC60 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Volvo | Vauxhall |
| Model | XC60 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2710 mm |
