2004 BMW 118 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 655 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 118 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 2004 BMW 118. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 118 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 118 | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |