1997 Honda Life vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 325. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Life | 325 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
