2000 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Honda Vamos

To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 330 (300 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 330 2002 Honda Vamos
Make BMW Honda
Model 330 Vamos
Year Released 2000 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 46 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 149 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 247 km/hour 130 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1685 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 73 L


 

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