2004 Holden UTE vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2004 Holden UTE is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden UTE | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | UTE | CLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
