2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Holden UTE
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 64 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. 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, 2002 Holden UTE (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ranger | 2002 Holden UTE | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Ranger | UTE |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2950 mm |