2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 188 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 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 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 480 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |