2009 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 745 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 2009 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 745 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 745 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 77 L |