2007 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X3 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |