2007 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 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), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 419 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.

Because 2007 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 2011 Honda Pilot
Make BMW Honda
Model 330 Pilot
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 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 250 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1959 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4849 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1994 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1803 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2774 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 79 L


 

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