2002 Holden Frontera vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 129 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.
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 S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 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 S80 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Frontera | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2835 mm |
