2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 575 kg more than 2001 Holden UTE.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2001 Holden UTE (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | UTE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
