1995 BMW M5 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 935 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M5 | Life |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |