2009 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 550 | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1763 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |