2008 Honda Accord vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 318. 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 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318. 2007 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2007 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | 318 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
