2008 Honda Element vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Element | Frontera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3163 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 | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |