2011 Subaru Forester vs. 2006 Holden UTE
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden UTE (204 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 24 kg more than 2006 Holden UTE.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Forester | 2006 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Subaru | Holden |
| Model | Forester | UTE |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2950 mm |
