2011 BMW 328 vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 1 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 374 kg more than 2011 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 328 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:
2011 BMW 328 | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 328 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |