2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 231 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Frontera | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Frontera | Altima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
