1999 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Lupo | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 79 L |
