2010 BMW 550 vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 BMW 550.
Because 2010 BMW 550 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 2010 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 550 | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 550 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2888 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |