2007 Honda Accord vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 497 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.
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, 2012 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2012 BMW X3 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. 2012 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 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 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |