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


 

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