2004 Holden Frontera vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota MR2 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 29 more horse power than 1998 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 465 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2. 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 1998 Toyota MR2. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
