2009 BMW 120 vs. 2002 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 545 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2002 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2002 Honda Lagreat | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 120 | Lagreat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
