2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 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 84 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 126 kg more than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Frontera. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Frontera | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Frontera | Frontera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |