2008 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 393 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Frontera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |