2002 Holden UTE vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 3 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 5,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2002 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 230 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden UTE. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden UTE | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | UTE | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
