2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 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), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Nissan | Holden |
Model | Murano | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 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 | 245 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |