2008 Honda Accord vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. 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 (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 120 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |