2001 Holden UTE vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 10 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Holden UTE. (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 445 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Equus. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | UTE | Equus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3045 mm |
