2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 2 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Holden Monaro.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Monaro. 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, 2005 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Frontera | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
