2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Frontera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |