2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Pilot 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 82 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 430 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Pilot | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
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 | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 51 L |