2004 Holden Frontera vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 563 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. 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 2010 Ford Fiesta. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Frontera | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
