2002 Holden UTE vs. 1996 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2002 Holden UTE is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Holden UTE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot Partner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Holden UTE (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden UTE | 1996 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | UTE | Partner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
