1998 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 1998 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 1998 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (220 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
