2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1105 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, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X5 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 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 | 2180 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 77 L |