2007 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 414 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
