2007 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 502 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Frontera |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |