2005 Holden Frontera vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 203 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Frontera | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Frontera | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |
