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 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 403 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 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 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 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.
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2009 BMW 325 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |