2007 Honda Accord vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 4 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
Because 2011 BMW 125 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 2011 BMW 125. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125. 2011 BMW 125 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. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 125 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |