2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo

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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 176 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Pilot Polo
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1422 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1165 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 4.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 45 L


 

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