2008 BMW 118 vs. 2011 Honda Accord

To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 384 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 118 2011 Honda Accord
Make BMW Honda
Model 118 Accord
Year Released 2008 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 127 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 344 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1614 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4935 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1847 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2799 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

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