2001 Acura CL vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Acura CL.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | CL | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
