2001 Holden UTE vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 8 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden UTE | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | UTE | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2578 mm |