2007 Honda Accord vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 weights approximately 705 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 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | ActiveHybrid 7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 2123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
