2003 BMW 320 vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | Today |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
