2005 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 8 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 302 kg more than 2005 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford EDGE (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera. 2013 Ford EDGE 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. 2013 Ford EDGE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Frontera | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Frontera | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2824 mm |
