2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 324 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. 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 2013 Volkswagen GTI. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontera | GTI |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
