2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 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 48 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 BMW 123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 123 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 2011 BMW 123. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Pilot | 123 |
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 | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 51 L |