2010 Acura ZDX vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura ZDX weights approximately 300 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.
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, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura ZDX | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | ZDX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1595 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2710 mm |
