2002 Honda Accord vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 10 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1250 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 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 650 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |