2007 BMW X3 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 X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 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 16 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 240 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.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 228 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 77 L |
