1993 Ford Sierra vs. 2004 Holden UTE
To start off, 2004 Holden UTE is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden UTE weights approximately 324 kg more than 1993 Ford Sierra. 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, 2004 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 2004 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Sierra | UTE |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
