2002 Honda Life vs. 2008 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 645 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 2008 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 2008 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Life | 645 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
