2004 Holden Frontera vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 161 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Frontera | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
