2005 Opel Frontera vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera. 2011 Ford F-350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Frontera | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Frontera | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3967 mm |
