1999 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 14 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 510 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. 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 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic. 2013 Honda Civic 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. 2013 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
| Model | Frontera | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
