2004 Holden Frontera vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 610 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Frontera | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
