2009 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 7 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, 2002 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 805 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. 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 2009 Audi A3. 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A3 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
