2000 Opel Frontera vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 273 kg more than 2000 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera. 2012 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Opel Frontera | 2012 Ford Flex | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Frontera | Flex |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2995 mm |