1997 Honda Life vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 15 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1580 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.
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, 2012 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Life | X6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2933 mm |