2003 Honda Accord vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 9 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 81 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 120 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 2012 BMW 120. 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 120 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |