2004 Holden Frontera vs. 1996 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 460 kg more than 1996 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Crew. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 2004 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 1996 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Frontera | Crew |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
