2002 Acura CL vs. 2003 Holden Frontera

To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 2002 Acura CL.

Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura CL 2003 Holden Frontera
Make Acura Holden
Model CL Frontera
Year Released 2002 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 260 HP 203 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 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 2580 mm 2710 mm


 

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