2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 243 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C30. 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Frontera | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Frontera | C30 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
