1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 690 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Holden UTE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Holden UTE (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 2001 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Metro | UTE |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2950 mm |
