2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 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 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Frontera | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
