2001 Holden UTE vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 11 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 225 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden UTE | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | UTE | Boxster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2416 mm |