1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2006 Holden UTE
To start off, 2006 Holden UTE is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 512 kg more than 2006 Holden UTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2006 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | 500 | UTE |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
