2007 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 283 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
