2005 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera. 2003 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 530 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
