2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 35 more horse power than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 575 kg more than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2002 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Frontera | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Frontera | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2329 mm |