2009 BMW 125 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 125 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 2013 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 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 125 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
