2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 158 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. 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, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | CR-V | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
