2004 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
