2007 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X3 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 77 L |