2011 Nissan Xterra vs. 2010 Holden Calais

To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Holden Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Holden Calais would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Calais (344 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Xterra.

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, 2010 Holden Calais (530 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm). This means 2010 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Xterra.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Nissan Xterra 2010 Holden Calais
Make Nissan Holden
Model Xterra Calais
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 261 HP 344 HP
Torque 381 Nm 530 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors


 

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