2011 Audi A5 vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 8 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 60 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 2011 Audi A5. 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, 2011 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A5 | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A5 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2710 mm |
