2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2005 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Accord | Frontera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |