2005 Holden Frontera vs. 2008 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 3 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 115 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 2008 BMW 645. 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera. 2008 BMW 645 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. 2008 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Frontera | 2008 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Frontera | 645 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
