2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Opel Frontera

To start off, both 2004 Ford Mustang and 2004 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 146 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.

Because 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Frontera.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Mustang 2004 Opel Frontera
Make Ford Opel
Model Mustang Frontera
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 3165 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 305 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 290 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1574 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2470 mm


 

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