2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Vectra | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Vectra | Pilot |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |