2003 BMW 520 vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, both 2003 BMW 520 and 2003 Honda Z were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z 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 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z. 2003 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW 520 | 2003 Honda Z | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 520 | Z |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |