2003 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, both 2003 BMW 530 and 2003 Holden Frontera were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 BMW 530.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera. 2003 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 530 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |