2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Opel Frontera.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Freestar | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2470 mm |
