2006 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (301 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
