2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (233 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 155 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.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (253 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Frontera | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Frontera | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
