2005 Honda Accord vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 6 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (241 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | X3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |