2001 Holden UTE vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 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 96 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Holden UTE.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | UTE | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
