2004 Holden UTE vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 9 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2004 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 500 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.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden UTE | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | UTE | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2855 mm |
