2005 Smart ForFour vs. 2002 Holden Frontera

To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 725 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Smart ForFour 2002 Holden Frontera
Make Smart Holden
Model ForFour Frontera
Year Released 2005 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1499 cc 3164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 975 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2710 mm


 

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