2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 451 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mondeo | Frontera |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |