2008 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2010 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |