2006 BMW 630 vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, both 2006 BMW 630 and 2006 Honda FR-V were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2006 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 630 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 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V, 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 630 | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
