2005 Honda Pilot vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Pilot | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Pilot | Lupo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 34 L |