1997 Ford Falcon vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Falcon | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
