2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1172 kg more than 2001 Opel Frontera.
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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera. 2001 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | F-250 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 1720 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 |