2008 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Honda Vamos

To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 320 (330 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 320 2002 Honda Vamos
Make BMW Honda
Model 320 Vamos
Year Released 2008 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 46 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 149 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 216 km/hour 130 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 73 L


 

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