2007 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Pilot 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 131 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 611 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New 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 2008 Volkswagen New 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Pilot | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |