2009 BMW 650 vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 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 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 222 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, 2011 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 650 | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |