2004 Honda Life vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 123. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Life | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Life | 123 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |