2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Exige. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Frontera | Exige |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
