2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 161 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
