2012 Aston Martin Rapide vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 10 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide 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.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | Rapide | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2710 mm |
