2001 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2013 Honda Accord

To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 240 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Vauxhall Frontera 2013 Honda Accord
Make Vauxhall Honda
Model Frontera Accord
Year Released 2001 2013
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3165 cc 2356 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1722 kg 1482 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4805 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1436 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2725 mm


 

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