2005 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2005 Holden Statesman and 2005 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Statesman weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Statesman 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 2005 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera, 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, 2005 Holden Statesman (305 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Statesman | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Statesman | Almera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1597 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 138 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1285 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |