2004 Honda Fit vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 805 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 X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Fit | X3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |