2007 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
