2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (244 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 335 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |