2001 Holden UTE vs. 2006 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 5 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 196 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2006 Hyundai Elantra, 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 2006 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | UTE | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
