2002 Holden UTE vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 219 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.
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 Pontiac Bonneville, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden UTE | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | UTE | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |