2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2008 Holden UTE
To start off, 2008 Holden UTE is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Holden UTE (357 HP) has 297 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2008 Holden UTE (530 Nm) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 2008 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2008 Holden UTE has manual transmission. 2008 Holden UTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 2008 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Smart | Holden |
| Model | ForTwo | UTE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 357 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
