2001 Holden UTE vs. 2004 Vector M12
To start off, 2004 Vector M12 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2001 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vector M12 weights approximately 130 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, 2004 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 2004 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Holden | Vector |
| Model | UTE | M12 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
