2009 Honda Fit vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Fit | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
