2001 Holden UTE vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 10 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Holden UTE.
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, 2001 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden UTE | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | UTE | SLK |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |