2001 Holden UTE vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 7 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 194 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 408 kg more than 2008 Nissan Note. 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, 2008 Nissan Note, 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 2008 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | UTE | Note |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
