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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 12 kg more 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 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 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 | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |