2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 353 kg more than 2003 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Monaro 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 2003 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, 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, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Pilot | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
