1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 496 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Focus. 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Frontera | Focus |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2649 mm |