2005 Holden UTE vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden UTE would be higher. 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 42 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Holden UTE.
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 Holden UTE (305 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden UTE | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | UTE | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
