2005 Honda Accord vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 7 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
Because 2010 BMW 125 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 2010 BMW 125. 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, 2010 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 125 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |