2001 Holden UTE vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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 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 85 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 243 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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 (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | UTE | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
