2012 Holden UTE vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2012 Holden UTE and 2012 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden UTE (357 HP) has 189 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2012 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 2012 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2012 Holden UTE (530 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (350 Nm). This means 2012 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Holden UTE | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | UTE | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 357 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
