2010 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera. 2002 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Mustang | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
