2005 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 152 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| 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 | 148 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
