2000 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 662 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (305 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Volkswagen Beetle | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Beetle | Pilot |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |