2007 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 689 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
