2005 Honda Element vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Element | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Element | Frontera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |