2007 BMW 550 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 517 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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, 2011 Honda Fit, 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 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 550 | Fit |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |