2005 Holden Frontera vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1042 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera. 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Frontera | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Frontera | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3099 mm |