2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, both 2005 Ford Crown Victoria 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Crown Victoria | Frontera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 290 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |