2000 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 2000 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | Today |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
