2001 BMW 318 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2001 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | Life |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
