2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 735 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Envoy | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
