2005 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |
