2009 Acura RL vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera.
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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Acura | Holden |
Model | RL | Frontera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |