2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pilot | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
