2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 3 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 77 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. 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 2005 Kia Carens. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Frontera | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Frontera | Carens |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
