2008 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 BMW 318 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 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
