1996 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 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 82 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 445 kg more than 1996 BMW 525. 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 1996 BMW 525. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 525 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:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 79 L |
