2002 Honda City vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 316 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 316 weights approximately 553 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 2012 BMW 316 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 2012 BMW 316. 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, 2012 BMW 316 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2012 BMW 316 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | City | 316 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |