2003 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 77 L |
