2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | F430 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
