2001 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, both 2001 BMW 318 and 2001 Honda Fit were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 318 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 2001 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2001 Honda Fit | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 318 | Fit |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |