2004 BMW 118 vs. 2005 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2005 Honda Lagreat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 627 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 118 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 2004 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat, 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, 2005 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 2005 Honda Lagreat | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 118 | Lagreat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
