2002 BMW 332 vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 332 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
