2002 Honda Lagreat vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat, 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Lagreat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Lagreat | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Lagreat | 525 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
