2000 Honda FCX vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda FCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda FCX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Honda FCX. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda FCX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 965 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda FCX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda FCX. (273 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda FCX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda FCX | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | FCX | 330 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1805 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
