2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 526 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mustang | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
