2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Bora 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Pilot | Bora |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |