2007 Ford F-450 vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford F-450. 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 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera. 2002 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-450 | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-450 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2710 mm |
