2004 Honda Fit vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 465 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 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Fit | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
