2000 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2000 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 2000 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (181 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 318 | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |