2008 BMW 730 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 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.

Because 2008 BMW 730 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 730. 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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 730 2010 Honda Accord
Make BMW Honda
Model 730 Accord
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 344 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1598 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4849 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 70 L


 

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