2007 BMW 120 vs. 2013 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 733 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 120 2013 Honda Pilot
Make BMW Honda
Model 120 Pilot
Year Released 2007 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 2068 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4861 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1995 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1846 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2775 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L


 

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