2006 Honda Accord vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 4 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 664 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 120 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |