2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, both 2006 Honda FR-V and 2006 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 219 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 320 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 320. 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 320 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V. 2006 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2006 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 2006 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | FR-V | 320 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
