2009 BMW 120 vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 120 | Today |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
