2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 192 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Frontera | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontera | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
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 | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |