2005 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
