2007 BMW 550 vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 935 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 550. 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 550 | Life |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |