2005 Toyota Highlander vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (343 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Highlander | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Highlander | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
