2008 BMW 120 vs. 2005 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 612 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 120 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 2008 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat, 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, 2008 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Lagreat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2005 Honda Lagreat | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 120 | Lagreat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
