2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 733 kg more than 2000 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | E-350 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2470 mm |