1992 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 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 96 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 522 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. 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 1992 BMW 520. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 520 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |