2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 945 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 1998 Holden Nova | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Pilot | Nova |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |