2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Pilot | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |