2001 Holden UTE vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 80 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden UTE | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | UTE | Falcon |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |