2011 Cadillac SRX vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 9 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac SRX | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | SRX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4834 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2710 mm |
