2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325.

Because 2007 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 325 2007 Honda Accord
Make BMW Honda
Model 325 Accord
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 216 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 287 Nm
Engine Bore Size 78.8 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 65 L


 

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