2005 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X3 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 22 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 164 kg more than 2005 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 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 | 67 L | 79 L |
