2009 BMW X6 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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 X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X6 | Life |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 31 L |
