2000 Ford ST 460 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 ST 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford ST 460 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford ST 460. 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, 2008 Opel Frontera (280 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | ST 460 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| 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 | 460 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
