1997 Honda CRX vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 670 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | CRX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
