2005 Holden Frontera vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 96 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 2010 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera. 2010 Jaguar XJ 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. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Frontera | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Frontera | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3157 mm |
