1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 924 kg more than 2001 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Express | UTE |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2950 mm |
