2002 Holden UTE vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 511 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 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden UTE. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden UTE | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | UTE | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
