2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Holden UTE
To start off, 2009 Ford Galaxy 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, 2005 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Holden UTE.
Because 2005 Holden UTE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Galaxy | UTE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
