2005 Holden Statesman vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2005 Holden Statesman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Statesman weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Because 2005 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 2005 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha, 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, 2005 Holden Statesman (305 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Statesman | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Statesman | Piranha |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
