2001 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord 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 137 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord. 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 2001 Honda Accord. 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) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
