1995 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 98 kg more than 1995 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 520 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
