2006 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 723 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Polo | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Polo | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
