2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 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 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Nitro | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
