2009 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 320 2005 Honda Accord
Make BMW Honda
Model 320 Accord
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 220 km/hour 227 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.3 seconds 7.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1456 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 65 L