2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 10 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 215 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 2012 Cadillac CTS-V. 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Frontera | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Frontera | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
