2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda NSX. 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Frontera | NSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
