2006 Honda Accord vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 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 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 325 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |