2008 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
