2005 Holden Frontera vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 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, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 3. 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Frontera | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Frontera | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |
