2010 Honda Pilot vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2010 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 BMW M3.
Because 2012 BMW M3 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 2012 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Pilot. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Pilot | 2012 BMW M3 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Pilot | M3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1847 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |