2005 Holden UTE vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Holden UTE.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden UTE | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | UTE | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
