2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 735 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera. 2012 GMC Sierra 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. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | Frontera | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4010 mm |
