2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 2005 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Frontera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |