1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Buick Roadmaster | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Roadmaster | Frontera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |