2007 Honda Accord vs. 2010 BMW 330

To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord.

Because 2010 BMW 330 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 2010 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Accord 2010 BMW 330
Make Honda BMW
Model Accord 330
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4624 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1384 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 57 L


 

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