2009 Honda Accord vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |