2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 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 113 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 673 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Jazz. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2002 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Jazz 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:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Jazz | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
