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, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. 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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). 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 2967 cc 3165 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 203 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2710 mm


 

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