2004 Holden UTE vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2004 Holden UTE is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2004 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden UTE weights approximately 348 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden UTE | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | UTE | W12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
