2001 Holden UTE vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2001 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 230 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden UTE | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | UTE | C |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1997 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |