2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 2009 Holden UTE
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Holden UTE would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden UTE (357 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (260 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
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, 2009 Holden UTE (530 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm). This means 2009 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2009 Holden UTE has manual transmission. 2009 Holden UTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2009 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | FJ Cruiser | UTE |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 357 HP |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
