2003 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 730 would be higher. Both 2003 BMW 730 and 2006 Honda Accord are equipped with a 2,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 730 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 730 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
