2009 BMW 650 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 664 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2009 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 650 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |