2004 Honda Accord vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 325 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
Because 2010 BMW 125 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 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 125 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |