2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 55 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 536 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontera | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
