2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 645 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
