2004 BMW 530 vs. 2002 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 BMW 530.
Because 2004 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 530. (290 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 2002 Honda Lagreat | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Lagreat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
