2002 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 915 kg more than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (119 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. 2002 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Step Wagon | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Step Wagon | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1755 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
