2008 Infiniti M vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
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 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Infiniti | Holden |
| Model | M | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
