2005 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5.
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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
