2007 BMW 130 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, both 2007 BMW 130 and 2007 Honda Pilot were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Because 2007 BMW 130 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 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 130 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |