2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Holden UTE
To start off, both 2004 Ford Taurus and 2004 Holden UTE were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 Holden UTE.
Because 2004 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 2004 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus, 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 Holden UTE (305 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2004 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Taurus | UTE |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
