2007 Honda Element vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 36 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Opel Frontera.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2002 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 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 | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
