1998 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 574 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Frontera |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |