1992 BMW 525 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1992 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Life |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
