2000 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Holden UTE
To start off, 2006 Holden UTE is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Holden UTE weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ka, 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, 2006 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Ka | 2006 Holden UTE | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Ka | UTE |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |