2005 BMW 320 vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 320 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
