2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Honda FR-V were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | FR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |