2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2006 Holden UTE
To start off, 2006 Holden UTE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Holden UTE weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2006 Holden UTE (305 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 2006 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 2006 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | Vibe | UTE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
