2005 Holden Frontera vs. 2005 Opel Speedster

To start off, both 2005 Holden Frontera and 2005 Opel Speedster were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 Opel Speedster. 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 Opel Speedster. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Speedster. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Speedster.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Frontera 2005 Opel Speedster
Make Holden Opel
Model Frontera Speedster
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3165 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2340 mm


 

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