2003 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Honda Fit

To start off, both 2003 BMW X5 and 2003 Honda Fit were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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 X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW X5 2003 Honda Fit
Make BMW Honda
Model X5 Fit
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1335 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 338 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2195 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2460 mm


 

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