2006 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | Life |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 656 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |