2001 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, both 2001 Ford Focus and 2001 Vauxhall Frontera were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 522 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Focus | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Focus | Frontera |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |