2003 Ford 427 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Ford 427 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 6,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Ford 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford 427 (582 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford 427 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford 427. 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, 2003 Ford 427 (704 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford 427 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | 427 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 582 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 704 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
