2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Statesman (461 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
