2002 Honda Lagreat vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 11 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 340 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 3 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 3 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Lagreat. 2002 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Lagreat | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Lagreat | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1375 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
