2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden UTE would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2001 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 813 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden UTE. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2001 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Ram | UTE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2950 mm |
