2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 4 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 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 285 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 2006 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Frontera | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Frontera | GTO |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 5969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |