2005 Holden UTE vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden UTE weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden UTE | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | UTE | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
