2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frogster would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 417 kg more than 2001 Opel Frogster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Frogster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Frogster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 52 L |
