2006 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escape | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |