2009 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 BMW 318 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 318. 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
