2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 and 2009 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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, 2009 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 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |