2003 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW 330 2005 Honda Accord
Make BMW Honda
Model 330 Accord
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 184 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 16.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1805 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 65 L


 

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