2008 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 362 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 2008 BMW 318 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 318. 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, 2008 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1505 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
