2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, both 2002 Holden Frontera and 2002 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Holden Frontera. 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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