2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Caprice would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (362 HP) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Holden Caprice.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Caprice. 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, 2005 Holden Caprice (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Pilot | Caprice |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 362 HP |
Torque | 326 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 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 | 2010 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3009 mm |