2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Fusca 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 192 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Pilot | Fusca |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |