2009 BMW 550 vs. 2002 Honda Vamos

To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 702 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 550 (490 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 550 2002 Honda Vamos
Make BMW Honda
Model 550 Vamos
Year Released 2009 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 656 cc
Horse Power 362 HP 46 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 149 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 130 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 73 L


 

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