2001 Holden UTE vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 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 72 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Holden UTE.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (343 Nm). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | UTE | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
