2007 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Honda Fit

To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 120 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 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit, 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 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 120 2008 Honda Fit
Make BMW Honda
Model 120 Fit
Year Released 2007 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 41 L