2011 BMW 120 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 120 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 624 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 2011 BMW 120 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 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 120 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 120 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 79 L |