2002 BMW 520 vs. 2002 Honda Lagreat

To start off, both 2002 BMW 520 and 2002 Honda Lagreat were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 BMW 520 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 2002 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat, 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, 2002 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 520. 2002 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 BMW 520 2002 Honda Lagreat
Make BMW Honda
Model 520 Lagreat
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2170 cc 3469 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 91 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1960 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 3010 mm


 

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