2003 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
Because 2003 BMW 520 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 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 520 | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |