2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Frontera. 2004 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Honda Odyssey | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Odyssey | Frontera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |