2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Frontera | Montero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
