2002 Honda City vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 11 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 918 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 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 2013 BMW 5 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | City | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2968 mm |