2007 Honda FR-V vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Honda FR-V. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 358 kg more than 2007 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 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 2011 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V, 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda FR-V | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | FR-V | 335 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
