2004 Holden Frontera vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Frontera 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 82 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 428 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. 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 2013 Nissan Cube. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Frontera | Cube |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
