2006 Holden UTE vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2006 Holden UTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Holden UTE | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | UTE | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2774 mm |
