2002 Holden UTE vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Holden UTE is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (376 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2002 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden UTE. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden UTE | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | UTE | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
