2004 Holden Frontera vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 9 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (528 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2004 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 575 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.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 7 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (746 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Frontera | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 528 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
