2004 Holden Statesman vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, both 2004 Holden Statesman and 2004 Kia Pride Wagon were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Statesman weights approximately 870 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2004 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 2004 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Statesman | 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Statesman | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
