2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2003 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2003 Holden Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Frontera | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Frontera | V70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |