2005 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 408 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |