2006 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 880 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Accord | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 166 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |