2001 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 321 kg more than 2001 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Frontera | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Frontera | Pilot |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2041 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2775 mm |