2003 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Honda Accord. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2003 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Accord. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 2000 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
