2009 BMW X6 vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X6 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X6 | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X6 | Life |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |