1997 Holden Commodore vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 324 kg more than 1997 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (363 Nm). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Commodore | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
