2005 BMW Z4 vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW Z4 (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW Z4 (237 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2005 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW Z4 | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z4 | Vamos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
