2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2011 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2011 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 9 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 840 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 2011 Infiniti QX56. 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, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera. 2011 Infiniti QX56 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. 2011 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Frontera | 2011 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Frontera | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3076 mm |
