2002 Honda Accord vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 325 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 2011 BMW 335 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 335. 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 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2011 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | 335 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
