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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 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 242 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord. 1999 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Frontera |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |