2001 Holden UTE vs. 2004 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden UTE 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 216 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Meriva, 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 2004 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | UTE | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
