2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 BMW M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
