2003 Holden UTE vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Holden UTE.
Because 2003 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 2003 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6, 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden UTE | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | UTE | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
