2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera

To start off, both 2005 Ford Freestyle and 2005 Vauxhall Frontera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle.

Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Freestyle 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model Freestyle Frontera
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 3164 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 290 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1796 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2710 mm


 

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