2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 311 kg more than 1995 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Explorer (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| 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 | 1950 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
