2001 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 2001 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 2001 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 (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 318 | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |