1999 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Opel Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 880 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. 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, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Frontera |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 291 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |