2007 BMW 335 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 335 | Life |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |