2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Maserati Coupe. 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 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 2005 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Frontera | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
