2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 320.
Because 2010 BMW 320 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 2010 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Pilot | 320 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 57 L |
