2002 Honda Accord vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 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, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 66 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 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 120 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 120 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |