2004 Holden Frontera vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 343 kg more than 2004 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Frontera | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
