2006 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M3 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |