2002 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. 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 92 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. 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, 2008 Honda Fit, 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |
