2004 Volvo V70 vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70.
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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera. 2005 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo V70 | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Volvo | Holden |
| Model | V70 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2520 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
