2003 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 221 kg more than 2003 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (271 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
