2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 7 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 42 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona. 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 2009 Kia Sedona. 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera. 2009 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Frontera | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Frontera | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
