2005 Holden UTE vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 7 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 30 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Holden UTE.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden UTE | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | UTE | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
