1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 467 kg more than 1999 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Frontera | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3670 mm |
