2007 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
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, 2013 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 2013 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
