2002 BMW 332 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2002 BMW 332 and 2002 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 332 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
