2000 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 219 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 318 | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |