2004 Holden UTE vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden UTE would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 47 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, 2006 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden UTE | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | UTE | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
