2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 3 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 2012 BMW X1. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Pilot | X1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |