2007 Honda Accord vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 5 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 328 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |