2006 BMW 760 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2012 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 760 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 760. 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 760 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 760 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 2090 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4862 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 |