2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (34 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pilot | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
