2002 Honda City vs. 2001 BMW 325
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 743 kg more than 2002 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 325 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 2001 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda City, 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, 2001 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City. 2001 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda City has manual transmission. 2002 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2001 BMW 325 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | City | 325 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |