2005 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, both 2005 BMW 545 and 2005 Holden Frontera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera. 2005 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 545 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:
2005 BMW 545 | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 545 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |