1993 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 557 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Holden Commodore 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 1993 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1993 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1993 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Commodore | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
