2009 BMW 116 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2009 BMW 116 and 2009 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 BMW 116 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 2009 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 116 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 116 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |