2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 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 64 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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 Kia Cee'd. 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 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Frontera | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Frontera | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |