1999 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2012 Honda Accord

To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 376 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.

Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Vauxhall Frontera 2012 Honda Accord
Make Vauxhall Honda
Model Frontera Accord
Year Released 1999 2012
Body Type SUV Coupe
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 190 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1444 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2741 mm


 

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