2004 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
