2009 BMW 130 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 1 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 BMW 130 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 130. 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 (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 130 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
