1999 Honda Accord vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | 525 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
