2008 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 1 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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 2008 BMW 116. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 116 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
