2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 318 (200 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 2009 BMW 318 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Vamos | 318 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 200 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |