2009 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (475 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (220 Nm). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
