2002 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 152 kg more than 2002 BMW M3.
Because 2002 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2002 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
