2004 Holden Frontera vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 301 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70.
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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera. 2002 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Frontera | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Frontera | V70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |