2005 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
