2003 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW X5 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.
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2003 BMW X5 | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X5 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 79 L |