2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 8 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 533 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Holden Frontera | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontera | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2881 mm |