2001 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 686 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X5 | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |