1999 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 282 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
