2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
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 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera. 2002 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Subaru | Holden |
| Model | Impreza | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
