2005 Holden UTE vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Holden UTE is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden UTE weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2005 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden UTE | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | UTE | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |