2001 BMW M vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 632 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Because 2001 BMW M 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 2001 BMW M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M 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:
2001 BMW M | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M | Pilot |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 79 L |