2007 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |