2005 Holden Frontera vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 795 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Frontera | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Holden | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Frontera | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3580 mm |
