2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. 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 109 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 318 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 2005 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Pilot | 318 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
