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 81 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 4000 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 158 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.

Because 2005 BMW 330 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 330. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 330 2010 Honda Accord
Make BMW Honda
Model 330 Accord
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1547 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L