2002 Holden UTE vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 7 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, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden UTE | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | UTE | 325 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
