2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 835 kg more than 2001 Smart Roadster. 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 2001 Smart Roadster. 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, 2002 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Frontera | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | Frontera | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
