2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 860 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Frontera. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
