2007 Honda Pilot vs. 2003 BMW Z8
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 431 kg more than 2003 BMW Z8.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2003 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW Z8 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 Honda Pilot | 2003 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Pilot | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 73 L |
