2006 Holden UTE vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Holden UTE 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 47 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2006 Holden UTE.
Because 2006 Holden UTE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Holden UTE | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | UTE | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
