2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen W12. 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Pilot | W12 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |