2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2012 BMW 116

To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 6 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.

Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Pilot 2012 BMW 116
Make Honda BMW
Model Pilot 116
Year Released 2006 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 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 136 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1075 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4324 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1421 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.8 L/100km 4.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 51 L


 

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