2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 8 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-450 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2470 mm |
