2005 Holden Rodeo vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Rodeo | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Rodeo | 370Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2550 mm |