1998 Holden Commodore vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Holden Commodore. 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 1998 Holden Commodore. 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Commodore | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Commodore | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
