2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Honda Accord

To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 325 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 325. 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 325 2009 Honda Accord
Make BMW Honda
Model 325 Accord
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 234 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.3 seconds 8.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 65 L


 

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