2007 Honda Accord vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord.
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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2010 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 550 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |