2006 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 BMW 730.
Because 2006 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 2006 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 730 | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 730 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |