2003 Holden UTE vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 74 kg more than 2003 Holden UTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden UTE 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 UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden UTE | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | UTE | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
