2006 BMW 320 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | Life |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |