2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Holden UTE
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden UTE would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2003 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden UTE weights approximately 49 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Holden UTE | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | UTE |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |