2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 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 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Yukon | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
