2007 Honda Accord vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 753 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 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2011 BMW X6 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 X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | X6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |