2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 8 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 256 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | Quest |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
