2004 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 181 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escape | Frontera |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |