2009 BMW 523 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 BMW 523 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 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 523 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 523 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |