2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Frontera 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 102 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 595 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Frontera | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontera | Polo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
