2010 Nissan Xterra vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 208 kg more than 2005 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Xterra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Xterra | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Xterra | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1908 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
