2009 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda City would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2001 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2001 Honda City | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | City |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |