2005 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 553 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
| Model | Frontera | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1445 mm |
