2002 Holden UTE vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden UTE 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 119 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 444 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. 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, 2003 Honda Civic, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden UTE | 2003 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | UTE | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |