2010 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 255 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 2004 Opel 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, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2004 Opel 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. 2004 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Accord | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Frontera |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2470 mm |