2008 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Holden Frontera.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2004 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A6 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
