2002 Holden UTE vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 89 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 169 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (172 Nm). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden UTE | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | UTE | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
