2004 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 302 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escape | Frontera |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 260 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |