2002 Honda Accord vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 205 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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 2011 BMW 118. 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, 2011 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | 118 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
