2005 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 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 17 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 BMW 530 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 530 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 (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |