2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera.
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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | CR-V | Frontera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3164 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 | 219 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |