2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 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 17 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 480 kg more than 2002 Opel Frontera.
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, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. 2002 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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:
2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Colorado | Frontera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |