2006 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2006 Holden UTE
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz R and 2006 Holden UTE were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 770 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz R | 2006 Holden UTE | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
Model | R | UTE |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2950 mm |