2009 BMW 328 vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 328 (271 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 328 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |