2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2004 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Frontera 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 74 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. 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 2004 Jaguar X-Type. 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, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (337 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 2004 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Frontera | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
