2005 Holden Frontera vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2005 Holden Frontera and 2005 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 60 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 Renault Espace. 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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera. 2005 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Frontera | 2005 Renault Espace | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Frontera | Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |