1995 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2005 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | Life |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |