2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot 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 17 more horse power than 2011 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 563 kg more than 2011 Volvo C30. 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 2011 Volvo C30. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C30. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2011 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2011 Volvo C30 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 | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Pilot | C30 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |