2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 7 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 717 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10:01 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
