2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
