2010 Volkswagen CC vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen CC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen CC would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 594 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen CC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen CC has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen CC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen CC | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | CC | Pilot |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 2091 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |