2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 735 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.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. 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 GMC Yukon (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Yukon | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
