2005 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |