2007 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |