2003 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 891 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
| Model | Frontera | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3505 mm |
