2003 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 123 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 2013 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |