2005 Honda Pilot vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Pilot 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 43 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 630 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Pilot | Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |