2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda MPV. 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MPV. (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Frontera | MPV |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
