2005 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 BMW 318 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 2005 BMW 318. 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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
