2007 BMW M5 vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 5 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 130 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.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M5. 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M5 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
