2007 BMW 130 vs. 2000 Honda Life
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 Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 130 | Life |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |