2005 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 530 (290 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
