2004 Honda Fit vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (136 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit, 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, 2012 BMW 116 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Fit | 116 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
