2005 Holden UTE vs. 2005 Hyundai Grandeur

To start off, both 2005 Holden UTE and 2005 Hyundai Grandeur 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 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden UTE.

Because 2005 Holden UTE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. (293 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden UTE 2005 Hyundai Grandeur
Make Holden Hyundai
Model UTE Grandeur
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 3342 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 204 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1500 mm


 

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