2003 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 318 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord.
Because 2003 BMW 318 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 2003 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Honda Accord (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 318 | 2001 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 318 | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |