2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Holden Frontera

To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 660 kg more than 2004 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 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Expedition 2004 Holden Frontera
Make Ford Holden
Model Expedition Frontera
Year Released 2005 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4604 cc 3165 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 238 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 397 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2360 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 5200 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2710 mm


 

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