2010 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 380 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Accord | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Accord | Frontera |
Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2710 mm |