1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera.
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 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 882 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera. 2011 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1997 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1997 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Frontera | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4379 mm |
