2009 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 120 | Life |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |