2006 BMW 118 vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2002 Honda Legend.
Because 2006 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 2006 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 2002 Honda Legend | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 118 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
