2002 Holden UTE vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 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 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 70 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden UTE | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | UTE | 307 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
