2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Quest | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Nissan | Holden |
Model | Quest | Frontera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |