2003 Holden UTE vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 5 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, 2003 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Holden UTE.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden UTE | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | UTE | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
