2009 BMW X6 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, both 2009 BMW X6 and 2009 Honda Pilot were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X6 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X6 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 79 L |