2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 7 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 77 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Pilot | Eos |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |