2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 719 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.
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 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Tahoe | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
