2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2010 BMW M6

To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 548 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V.

Because 2010 BMW M6 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 2010 BMW M6. 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda FR-V 2010 BMW M6
Make Honda BMW
Model FR-V M6
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 500 HP
Torque 192 Nm 519 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 6100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1447 kg 1995 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4872 mm
Vehicle Width 2120 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2781 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 70 L


 

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