2007 Honda Accord vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 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 Z4 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | Z4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |