2004 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 240 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |