2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 6 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari F430. 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera. 2009 Ferrari F430 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. 2009 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Holden | Ferrari |
| Model | Frontera | F430 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
