1996 Holden Statesman vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 490 kg more than 1996 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Holden Statesman 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 1996 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Holden Statesman | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Statesman | Pilot |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |