2004 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 88 kg more than 2010 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Frontera | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Frontera | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4328 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2576 mm |
