2004 Holden Vectra vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 429 kg more than 2004 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Vectra. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Vectra | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2774 mm |
