2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pilot | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
