2002 Holden UTE vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 47 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 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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden UTE. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden UTE | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | UTE | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2741 mm |