2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
