2002 Honda City vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 135 weights approximately 708 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 2011 BMW 135 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 2011 BMW 135. 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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2011 BMW 135 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | City | 135 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2659 mm |