2002 BMW 332 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
Because 2002 BMW 332 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 2002 BMW 332. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 332 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
