2002 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 BMW 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | Life |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |