2005 Honda Accord vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3.
Because 2001 BMW Z3 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 2001 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (237 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
