2008 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Holden UTE
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden UTE weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2004 Holden UTE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 120 | UTE |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
