2008 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 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, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2004 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 530 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
