2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 39 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Freestyle | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |