2005 Holden Frontera vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40.
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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Frontera | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Frontera | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |