2007 BMW 550 vs. 2003 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 2003 Honda Inspire. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Inspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Honda Inspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire, 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Inspire. (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Inspire.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2003 Honda Inspire | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 550 | Inspire |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2997 cc |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |