2001 Holden UTE vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | UTE | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
