2002 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 690 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Ka. 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 @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ka | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
