2006 BMW M6 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M6 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M6 | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |