2004 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 70 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, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A4 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
