2011 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 2011 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 325 | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | Life |
Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |