2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 29 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. 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 2008 Hyundai Tucson. 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, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Frontera | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
