1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 724 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fiesta | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
