2002 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 1 kg more than 2002 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 320 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 2002 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 320 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
