2009 Ford Escape vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 667 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escape | Frontera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |