2006 BMW 116 vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 2006 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 116 | Today |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
