2005 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 730 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 2005 BMW 730. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 730 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |