2005 Holden Frontera vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 370 kg more than 1995 Rover 600. 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 1995 Rover 600. 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Frontera | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Frontera | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
