2009 Ford Flex vs. 2004 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 734 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2004 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Flex | Frontera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |