2004 Holden Frontera vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 734 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Holden Frontera | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Holden | GMC |
Model | Frontera | Sierra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 472 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3645 mm |