2008 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 2 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X3 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3474 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 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 | 1765 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 77 L |