2009 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frogster would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Frogster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |