1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2006 Acura CSX
To start off, 2006 Acura CSX is newer by 10 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. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 607 kg more than 2006 Acura CSX.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura CSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Frontera | 2006 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Frontera | CSX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
