2009 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 120 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |