1999 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2010 Honda Accord

To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 363 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.

Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Vauxhall Frontera 2010 Honda Accord
Make Vauxhall Honda
Model Frontera Accord
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2171 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1457 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1847 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2799 mm


 

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