2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 4 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 40 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.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XKR. 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera. 2007 Jaguar XKR 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. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Frontera | XKR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
