2005 Holden Frontera vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 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 113 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 495 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Frontera | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Frontera | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
