2003 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 706 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
| Model | Frontera | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
