2004 Holden Frontera vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Insight 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 135 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 854 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. 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 2001 Honda Insight. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Frontera | Insight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
