2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 535 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2000 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | E-250 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2470 mm |