2004 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 716 kg more than 2000 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda City, 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2000 Honda City | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 525 | City |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |