2003 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Because 2003 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M3 | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |