2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Holden UTE

To start off, both 2005 Fiat Panda and 2005 Holden UTE were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden UTE weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 2005 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Panda 2005 Holden UTE
Make Fiat Holden
Model Panda UTE
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Crossover Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 3789 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 60 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2950 mm


 

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