2003 Honda Accord vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 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 2010 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | 528 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
