2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |