2006 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Honda Accord

To start off, both 2006 BMW M6 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 341 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 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 M6 (705 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW M6 2006 Honda Accord
Make BMW Honda
Model M6 Accord
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5000 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 507 HP 166 HP
Torque 705 Nm 217 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L