2012 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Holden UTE
To start off, both 2012 GMC Savana and 2012 Holden UTE were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden UTE (281 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana.
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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden UTE. (350 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden UTE. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2012 Holden UTE has manual transmission. 2012 Holden UTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Savana | 2012 Holden UTE | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Savana | UTE |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 281 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Manual |
