2004 Holden UTE vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 326 kg more than 2004 Holden UTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano, 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden UTE | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | UTE | Murano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2824 mm |
