2005 Honda Legend vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 424 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 118 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 2011 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend, 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, 2005 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Legend | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Legend | 118 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
