2005 Holden Frontera vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane 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 90 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Megane. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Frontera | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Frontera | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
