2009 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 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 5,998 cc, 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A8 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
