2004 Holden UTE vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2004 Holden UTE is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 696 kg more than 2004 Holden UTE.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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 UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden UTE | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | UTE | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
