2009 Maybach 62 vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2003 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maybach 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 62 | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Maybach | Holden |
| Model | 62 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2710 mm |
