2002 Holden UTE vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 4 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 29 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 Holden UTE.
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, 2002 Holden UTE (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden UTE | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | UTE | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |
