2005 Holden UTE vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden UTE weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden UTE | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | UTE | Frontier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |