2004 Holden Frontera vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (357 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 725 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Frontera | GL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 357 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3075 mm |
