2004 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318.
Because 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 318 | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |