2003 Holden UTE vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2003 Holden UTE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Holden UTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden UTE | 2002 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | UTE | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
