2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 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 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X3 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 X3 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X3 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 77 L |