2007 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 120 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |