2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 318 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
Because 2001 Volkswagen W12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Volkswagen W12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen W12 has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen W12 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 | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pilot | W12 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
