2001 Holden UTE vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. 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 Ford Laser, 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 (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | UTE | Laser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
