2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 251 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera. 2006 Cadillac SRX 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. 2006 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | SRX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
