2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJ | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Jaguar | Holden |
Model | XJ | Frontera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |