2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 528 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Opel 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, 2008 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Frontera. (280 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
