2005 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2011 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 472 kg more than 2011 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Phaeton | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2449 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
