2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 95 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Frontera | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Frontera | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1398 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
