2009 BMW 125 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 125 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 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 125 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
