2002 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Honda Acty

To start off, both 2002 BMW 330 and 2002 Honda Acty were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.

Compare all specifications:

2002 BMW 330 2002 Honda Acty
Make BMW Honda
Model 330 Acty
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 660 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 139 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 840 kg
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 50 L


 

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