2007 BMW 116 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 116 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 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, 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, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 116 | Life |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |
