2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 172 kg more than 2003 Holden Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (334 Nm). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Xterra | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1774 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
