2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 712 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Pilot | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1404 mm |