2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 735 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.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Acadia. 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Acadia | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
