2004 Holden Frontera vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Frontera | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
