2003 Holden Frontera vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2003 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2003 Holden Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Frontera | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Frontera | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |