2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 1 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Frontera | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Frontera | Viano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
