2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 844 kg more than 1999 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-250 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2171 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2470 mm |
