2006 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2010 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 407 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2006 BMW M3 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 M3. 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, 2006 BMW M3 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Pilot. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M3 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |