2006 BMW X5 vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1994 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
