2008 BMW 750 vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2013 Honda Pilot. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 BMW 750.
Because 2008 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 750 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |