2009 Honda Accord vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2009 Honda Accord and 2009 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 681 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Because 2009 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | Z4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |