2004 Holden UTE vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 6 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 85 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, 2004 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden UTE | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | UTE | 128 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2659 mm |
