2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 122 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera. 2002 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Holden |
| Model | Eclipse | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1367 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2710 mm |
