2007 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |