2005 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 344 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |