2001 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1460 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X5 | Today |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |