1997 Holden Nova vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Nova | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Nova | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |