2007 BMW 130 vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City.
Because 2007 BMW 130 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 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda City, 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 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 2000 Honda City | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 130 | City |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |