2004 Holden Frontera vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 130 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Frontera | ATS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
