2002 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 407 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, both vehicles can yield 170 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
