2009 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Holden UTE
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 284 kg more than 2005 Holden UTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2005 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | MDX | UTE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
