2004 Honda Insight vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, both 2004 Honda Insight and 2004 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 642 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight, 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Insight | 2004 BMW 325 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Insight | 325 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |