2001 Holden UTE vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 9 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 83 kg more than 2001 Holden UTE. 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | UTE | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 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 | 1500 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2819 mm |
