1973 Holden UTE vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden UTE | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | UTE | Sportage |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5047 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |