2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 41 kg more than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Equinox | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2710 mm |
