2001 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1056 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 73 L |
