2011 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2006 Holden UTE
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 Holden UTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Tacoma | 2006 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Tacoma | UTE |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2950 mm |
