2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 655 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW Z3 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 2000 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z3 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 77 L |
