2006 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. 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 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | Today |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |