2005 Honda Logo vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Logo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Logo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 Honda Logo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 123 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 2012 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Logo, 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Logo. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Logo | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Logo | 123 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |