2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1989 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 706 kg more than 1989 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Commodore. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 1989 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Pilot | Commodore |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |