2007 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 43 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 2007 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |